Redondo Beach, WA
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
No significant flooding is expected despite relatively high tides reaching around 19 ft early in the morning. Barometric pressure remains quite high (above 1027 hPa), which reduces storm surge risk.
WHEN
Highest tide is around 04:30–05:00 AM PST on 2025-01-26.
IMPACTS
• No notable inundation expected in coastal and low-lying areas.
• Normal beachcombing and marine activities will likely be unaffected due to the stable weather and high pressure.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood is 0.0%, indicating minimal flood potential.
• Winds are light (generally under 5 mph) and from the north, not favoring onshore flow that might exacerbate tides.
• Compared to historical flood events, these tides are high but paired with much higher barometric pressure than in past flooding scenarios, preventing significant coastal flooding.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Tides again rise near or above 19 ft with morning high tide, but barometric pressures (around 1022–1025 hPa) remain well above known flood thresholds.
WHEN
High tide peaks near 05:00–05:30 AM PST on 2025-01-27, and again in the early evening with subdued flood potential.
IMPACTS
• No flood-related disruptions expected.
• Coastal areas should remain clear, with only minor sea level fluctuations that do not result in flooding.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood is very low (0.1%).
• Winds remain light, limiting wave action.
• Historical comparisons (e.g., Category 4/5 events) had both higher tides and much lower barometric pressures. Those conditions are not present here.
CATEGORY 2
WHAT
Morning and afternoon high tides may be close to or just under 20 ft, but persistently high pressure (around 1024 hPa) continues to minimize flood risk.
WHEN
Peak tide levels are expected around 05:30–06:00 AM PST and mid-afternoon on 2025-01-28.
IMPACTS
• No significant flooding is anticipated.
• Low-lying roads, beaches, and coastal properties should remain free of tidal inundation.
• NOAA’s Flood Likelihood is still rated “Low” at 0.4%.
• Lack of strong onshore winds and absence of storm systems keeps the tide-driven flood potential minimal.
• Compared to Category 3–5 historical events when barometric pressure was notably lower, these steady, higher-pressure conditions do not support a flood scenario.
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
• Categories 1-2: No risk of flooding.
• Category 3: Close to a flood event and worth monitoring.
• Category 4: Flooding is likely but uncertain if it will cause major property damage.
• Category 5: Likely to flood and cause property damage.
• Categories 6-7: Extremely high risk of flooding and property damage.